CSP3210 - Applied Fluvial Geomorphology

Course Code

CSP3210

Course Title

Applied Fluvial Geomorphology

Description

All non-FWS participants, including DOI agencies, must register through Wildland Hydrology (Phone: 970/568-0003).

This introductory course is designed to familiarize students with the fundamentals of river behavior, the general principles of: fluvial geomorphology, sedimentation, hydraulics, restoration, fish habitat improvement, riparian grazing management, and stream bank erosion. Applications of these principles are presented utilizing a stream classification system. Problem solving techniques for watershed management, riparian assessment, fish habitat structure evaluation, stream restoration, non-point source pollution and the integration of ecosystem concepts into watershed management are taught. A combination of both lecture and field applications are provided.